1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 901 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Festiva | Avalon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |